Musapur Village - Haripal, Hooghly
Musapur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Khamar Chandi and around 33.8 km from Chinsura. Haripalsahadev serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musapur is 325427. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.25 hectares and falls under the 712405 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Musapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Musapur
As per Census 2011, Musapur village has a total population of 2,136 people, consisting of 1,114 males and 1,022 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,436 literate and 700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 249 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musapur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,136 | 1,114 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 107 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 155 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 123 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 825 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 289 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Musapur
Musapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Abhirampur | North | 0.83 km |
| Gosha | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Panrra | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Chaitanyapur | West | 1.45 km |
| Paharpur | South | 1.47 km |
| Dakshin Ramchandrapur | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Paschim Joykrishnapur | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Chak Chandinagar | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Santipur | North | 2.02 km |
| Gabati | South-West | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musapur
Musapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maliya, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haripal to Musapur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Musapur is about 33.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Musapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Musapur
Where is Musapur located?
Musapur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Musapur is Haripalsahadev.
What is the pincode of Musapur?
The pincode of Musapur is 712405.
What is the population of Musapur?
Musapur has a total population of 2,136, including 1,114 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Musapur?
There are 506 households in Musapur.
What is the literacy rate in Musapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musapur is 67.23%. Male literacy is 74.06% and female literacy is 59.78%.